Throughout nearly all eras Gaza has been controlled by a power larger than its own.

Gaza continues to be dependent on external powers.

Gaza was raided and used as refuge for those captured.

British Mandate was unstable and did not help Gaza at all.

Britain was of the first to try to help Gaza settle a strong working government.

Gaza was also utilized during WWI. This also caused them to suffer

Gaza was more governed by outside nations than their own government.

Gaza was a weak nation and ultimately ended up being captured in 1149. Further proving that Gaza has always struggled.

Gaza was a crossover between two countries which led to a struggle in gaining an independence. This lead to complications further down the road.

The writer does a good job of giving creditable background that moves the writing along.

This is a strong thesis that shows that Gaza isn't just suddenly crying out for help. There is actually a very long history behind it.

Leading up to this point the writer has done a good job of giving background to the topic.